1966 Simca 1200S vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,820 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 359 kg more than 1966 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Simca 1200S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Subaru Impreza (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1200S | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 1200S | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2530 mm |
